Description
Easy Creamy Tuna Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This delightful dish combines tender pasta, succulent canned tuna, and a rich, creamy sauce topped with crispy breadcrumbs. Bursting with flavor and nostalgia, it’s not just a meal but an experience that brings warmth to your dining table. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this satisfying casserole that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Enjoy it fresh from the oven or save leftovers for a quick lunch later in the week. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or cheese for an even more personalized touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth. Stir in half the cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in drained tuna and cooked pasta until coated.
- Pour into the baking dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg